Anti-Tamper (AT) Subject Matter Expert (Senior Engineer / SME), TS/SCI
- Pay
- $150,000 – $250,000 per year
- Location
- Washington, DC · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Lead / Staff
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Listed
- 31 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- TS/SCI clearance
- Anti-Tamper
- Critical Program Information (CPI)
- export controls
- acquisition processes
Also useful
- systems engineering
- verification and validation
Stated benefits & perks
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k match
About the role
Location: Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB), Washington, D.C. (On-site)
Clearance: TS required (SCI eligibility required)
Position Overview
Blue Sky Innovators is seeking two highly experienced Anti-Tamper (AT) Subject Matter Experts to support the Anti-Tamper Executive Agent (ATEA) within SAF/AQL.
This is a high-visibility, mission-critical role directly supporting senior Department of the Air Force leadership and shaping Anti-Tamper policy, strategy, and implementation.
You will operate at the intersection of policy, engineering, and program protection, ensuring that critical technologies are safeguarded against compromise in an increasingly complex global threat environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide program management and engineering expertise to the ATEA in support of Anti-Tamper initiatives
- Analyze and evaluate hardware systems and supporting architectures to ensure effective Anti-Tamper implementation, particularly in asymmetric threat environments
- Lead and support the development, review, and execution of Anti-Tamper policies, guidance, and frameworks
- Advise senior leadership on programmatic and technical AT strategies, including verification and validation approaches
- Coordinate across Anti-Tamper Service Leads (ATSLs), Program Offices, and industry partners to ensure alignment and execution
- Represent SAF/AQL in Anti-Tamper Steering Groups (ATSGs), summits, and cross-functional engagements
- Develop high-quality briefings, decision papers, and recommendations for senior stakeholders
What You'll Work On
- Shaping Anti-Tamper policy updates and frameworks in response to evolving threats
- Supporting exportability and program protection strategies for advanced systems
- Collaborating with major defense industry partners (e.g., Raytheon and others) on AT implementation challenges
- Driving improvements to Verification & Validation (V&V) processes for Anti-Tamper systems
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred)
- Active TS clearance (SCI eligibility required)
- Experience as a Pentagon staff officer or equivalent headquarters role
- Strong familiarity with acquisition processes and Program Protection
- Experience with Anti-Tamper, export controls, or Critical Program Information (CPI)
- Ability to work 100% on-site at JBAB
- Understanding of new USAF Acquisition Reform and Exportability with regard to Anti-Tamper.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience supporting SAF/AQL or similar Air Force acquisition organizations
- Background in systems engineering, advanced weapons systems, or program protection planning
- Experience engaging with senior leaders and cross-service stakeholders
- Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into strategic guidance
Why Blue Sky Innovators?
At Blue Sky, you'll join a team of mission-driven professionals supporting some of the most critical national security challenges. We empower our people to operate at senior levels, influence real decisions, and deliver meaningful impact.
Salary range for the position is $150,000 - $250,000 per year. Specific compensation will be determined by several factors including experience, education, skills, and knowledge. We also offer medical/dental/vision benefits and 401k contribution.
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Equal opportunity and legal notices
Blue Sky Innovators, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
From Blue Sky Innovators's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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